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Vincent Teo

#563747 Mon, 08 Sep 08 01:25 PM

Can I say,

Kite flying is popular in Malacca.

Kite flying is a popular game / exercise.

Kite flying is a traditional game.

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#563751 Mon, 08 Sep 08 01:32 PM

I don't think many here would consider flying kites a game, or an exercise. It's an activity or pastime.

Vincent Teo
Kite flying is popular in Malacca. Okay

Kite flying is a popular ~~game / exercise~~.

Kite flying is a traditional activity/pastime. ~~game~~.

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Vincent Teo

#563801 Mon, 08 Sep 08 03:47 PM

Thanks.

Can I say,

Kite flying is a popular hobby.

Kite flying is a kind of popular activity.

Vincent Teo